"The Crisis, No.1"
By: Thomas Payne
Reflection: Thomas Payne writes his persuasive speech based on the usage of emotional, logical and ethical arguments. The Crisis No. 1, is an attempt to start the American Revolution. In his speech Payne generalizes America's conflicts with the country Britain. In doing so Payne implies that Britain is demonic, while America is holy. Thomas Payne connects with the public on a religious level as he knows that the public is already angry because of the persecution that they experienced in Europe, therefore he connects with his audience by the use of emotion. Payne continues to ask the community whether or not they are going to let Britain obstruct them, or if they will stand up for what is right, and decide to fight back, and here he connects with his audience on both a logical and ethical level. Payne furthers in his argument that God will win the war for them, as he feels that America is honorable and Britain is evil and has no support from God. Throughout this speech Thomas Payne includes emotions, logic and ethics in an effort to sway the public into believing that America should seek independence from Britain.
Dear Diary,
I feel so bad for both my wife and my son. I never knew that maintaining a plantation and joining a club would make such a dramatic impact on the life of not only myself, but also my family. I feel that I am always working, but when I do have the time to sit down with my family for dinner or speak of my great work in the fields with my wife, I enjoy it oh so much! As I learn more and more everyday that Britain is taking advantage of America, I figured that it would be the right time to explain to my family about the changes taking place in the world around them. When the time was right I told my family that there must be a revolution and that it would bring about the changes in America that everyone has been waiting for, for so many years. I could immediately see the fear in their eyes, as they are clueless as to what would happen to America, their home. Along with both my wife and son, I am worried of a what a revolution would mean for us, but I know that when the time is right, changes need to be made and I will do whatever it takes to support those who are willing to make a difference.
Essential Question: How is community affected when the American dream may not be assessable to all?The Revolutionary Period Strengthened the American community and was based on the American Dream. Men such as Thomas Payne and Patrick Henry were both determined to create change and they were even more determined to take the time and work in order to make a difference. Because of this determination and because of the risks that were taken the United States of America was created and we were born free, and America eventually won the war against the British after many years of protest. Many people found this dream to be impossible or far out of their reach, which caused those people to become separated from the community, however, America decided that it was best to get rid of theses people and stay determined and meet their goals. Overall those who felt that it was impossible to reach their dream, or felt that they were not given the opportunity did not effect the community in such a way that others could not accomplish and enjoy their dream, thus concluding that the American Dream helped to create our American Society.
Dear Diary,
I feel so bad for both my wife and my son. I never knew that maintaining a plantation and joining a club would make such a dramatic impact on the life of not only myself, but also my family. I feel that I am always working, but when I do have the time to sit down with my family for dinner or speak of my great work in the fields with my wife, I enjoy it oh so much! As I learn more and more everyday that Britain is taking advantage of America, I figured that it would be the right time to explain to my family about the changes taking place in the world around them. When the time was right I told my family that there must be a revolution and that it would bring about the changes in America that everyone has been waiting for, for so many years. I could immediately see the fear in their eyes, as they are clueless as to what would happen to America, their home. Along with both my wife and son, I am worried of a what a revolution would mean for us, but I know that when the time is right, changes need to be made and I will do whatever it takes to support those who are willing to make a difference.
Essential Question: How is community affected when the American dream may not be assessable to all?The Revolutionary Period Strengthened the American community and was based on the American Dream. Men such as Thomas Payne and Patrick Henry were both determined to create change and they were even more determined to take the time and work in order to make a difference. Because of this determination and because of the risks that were taken the United States of America was created and we were born free, and America eventually won the war against the British after many years of protest. Many people found this dream to be impossible or far out of their reach, which caused those people to become separated from the community, however, America decided that it was best to get rid of theses people and stay determined and meet their goals. Overall those who felt that it was impossible to reach their dream, or felt that they were not given the opportunity did not effect the community in such a way that others could not accomplish and enjoy their dream, thus concluding that the American Dream helped to create our American Society.
1 comment:
I love your diary. But myquestion to you is how did reading Thomas Paine inspire you in your family life.
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